Plastic found in bottled water prompts global health review

A new study at the State University of New York found that more than 90% of branded bottled water contains tiny pieces of plastic.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is launching a plastic health review after nearly every branded bottle of water tested in the largest investigation of its kind contained tiny particles of the material. Scientists who carried out the examination of more that 250 bottles from nine countries said their analysis found plastic ‘in bottle after bottle and brand after brand’.” 1 March 2018 – Yahoo! News

We are getting into the habit of carrying our own bag, using our own lunch box and bringing our own bottle in our journey toward a zero-waste lifestyle, but as plastic keeps getting smaller, the reason for ditching plastic keeps getting bigger.

A new analysis of some of the world’s most popular bottled water brands found that more than 90% contained tiny pieces of plastic. A previous study also found high levels of microplastics in tap water.” 15 March 2018 – The Guardian

New sustainable businesses like Acquavibe address the issue at source, providing durable, hi-tech, zero-energy water filtration systems that eliminate impurities while adding trace minerals and balancing water with the perfect pH — good for your body and good for planet Earth.

It all begins with you …

— Eliminate plastic waste
— Use no electricity
— Save money

Plastic is an amazing creation.

Because it doesn’t break down, it can reduce our reliance on non-renewable resources by giving us durable, lightweight, waterproof, re-usable storage containers and utensils of all shapes and sizes.